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Made this last night with some changes and turned out really good. I reduced the baking powder to 1 teaspoon and added 1 teaspoon of baking soda (both leveled) with one teaspoon of vinegar. I also dissolved 1 teaspoon of instant coffee in 2-3 tablespoon of water and added that to the mix. Then things got crazy and I added 2 tablespoons of bourbon. Guys, it gave such a wonderful depth and flavor. I added 1 tablespoon of peanut butter just because I could. Used 70 gr. brown sugar and 30 gr. white sugar because white sugar makes the crust a bit crispier. Reduced the amount of cinnamon and added some nutmeg and cloves. Fold in some chocolate chips and walnuts as well. Now I am having my third slice with my morning coffee.

chocolatespiders

14th Oct, 2018

5.05

Made this today and forgot to add the sugar. It was really delicious. The bananas I used were very ripe so added enough sweetness to the bread. I also used coconut oil in place of vegetable oil. So easy to make and really scrummy.

jaynepearson

31st Jul, 2018

Adding a teaspoon of cider/white wine/rice vinegar (not malt!) will boost the baking powder (the acid reacts with the soda in the baking powder), so you can slightly reduce the amount of BP. I promise you won't taste the vinegar, especially the spice going on. A big handful of dairy-free plain chocolate chunks makes it extra decadent too. Cardamom would be a good alternative from the cinnamon for a change.

Dee Sada

23rd Jul, 2018

5.05

I'm an amateur baker and never managed to bake anything edible until I tried this recipe! Have made this twice and it's turned out delicious both times!

megamuffin89

10th Jul, 2018

5.05

I made a few alterations to the recipe, based on what I had in the house, and the resulting banana bread was delicious. I used 4 medium sized bananas that had been in the freezer - defrosted by heating slowly in a saucepan until room temperature - mushy with a few lumps. I used demerara sugar, which left lovely squidgy bits of brown goo scattered throughout the bread, coconut oil (unflavoured), and three level tsp of baking powder. Baked for 30mins.
I think next time I will add some dried dates!

Jamb

31st May, 2018

Brill recipe. I add a bit of maple syrup in it too.

Kate Glle

29th Mar, 2018

Why oh why did I not read the comments? Just put the tin in the oven and licked the spoon afterwards - it is incredibly bitter (due to the baking powder). Praying that the bread tastes better once its baked.

jooly63

2nd Mar, 2018

5.05

Just made this using SR flour, 85g dark muscovado sugar, 2tsps baking powder, 75g sultanas and raisins and some broken up pecans. The house smells amazing and it tastes lovely! 3 tsps cinammon and 1 tsp mixed spice plus using coconut oil and some overripe bananas has worked really well for me. The only issue is leaving it alone now......

Elizabete Santana

6th Dec, 2017

So delicious! I add dried fruits, almonds and walnuts. I make with plain flour and just 2 tsp of baking powder.

rachelbetr

23rd Nov, 2017

5.05

This is probably the best recipe ive ever made for banana bread! so moist and light!
definitely a keeper!

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Thanks for your question. Yes, you can freeze this, although we think it's delicious warm from the oven. It can also be toasted, once defrosted.

mossyfrog

22nd Dec, 2016

4.05

I love this recipe, its a great way to use up the spares when i get a bulk order of nanas. The first time I made it it was definitely more bread like (I had better scales) and this time I made it, I added a few extras such as golden sultanas, nutmeg, ginger & a bit of agave syrup to give it a kick and it was more cake like (I used weird scales my mum gave me). I like both, but I will deffo try and make it more bread-y next time!
My question is, does anyone know how long it will last in an air tight container before it goes bad? (it doesn't usually kick around that long in our house) but was just wondering! Thanks for sharing! :~)

rougey

19th Feb, 2016

Can you use olive oil?

Lilveggiekid

3rd Aug, 2017

5.05

(Breyer late than never aha) you definitely can yes !

alex_tomlin

7th Jan, 2018

5.05

swapped sugar for chestnut puree (merchant gourmet packs you see at xmas) and its really sweet and moist and heavy. Might add chia seeds next time.

ingenious.buttons

28th Mar, 2017

5.05

As per my comment:
- reduce the sugar (made it most recently with only 25g sugar, still sweet enough for my taste and texture still good!)
- reduce the oil or substitute with some apple sauce/grated apple
- reduce the baking powder
- reduce the spice unless you love cinnamon
I still think it is fab though!

evwaight

24th Mar, 2017

This came out so well, but I would recommended substituting the oil for dairy free butter/olive spread etc and adding a teaspoon of vanilla essence. I mixed mine with sultanas and almonds to give it some substance and topped with dehydrated banana pieces stuck on with coconut almond butter (personally I hate it but it was for mothers day haha) :)

eliaa

1st May, 2016

The bread turned out way too sweet in my opinion.
If you are using properly ripe (with specks and thus ripe sugars) bananas,
or even a bit older ones, definitely use less sugar, I'd dare to say at least a fourth of it less.

jiminyhall

8th Sep, 2014

5.05

I used wholemeal flour, was delicious and a lovely colour and texture.

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